The upcoming KBS2 drama I Took the Male Lead's First Night, starring Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun and 2PM’s Taecyeon, has landed in hot water for allegedly damaging a UNESCO World Heritage Site during filming.

Architect Min Seo Hong sparked the controversy after visiting Byeongsan Seowon on December 30 and witnessing questionable actions by the drama’s production team. He shared his account on social media on January 2, posting photos of the filming setup.

Min explained, "I visited Byeongsan Seowon and saw staff hammering nails into the wooden pillars of Mandaeru to hang lights. Props were scattered across the site, and production vehicles filled the area. When I questioned the staff, they dismissively said they had permission from Andong City."

He added, "Even in traditional Korean houses, people hesitate to hammer nails. Greater care should be taken with cultural heritage. This isn’t something that can be brushed off just because approval was given."

Despite Min reporting the incident to Andong City’s cultural heritage office and media outlets, filming continued as planned. His criticism also raised questions about whether cultural heritage sites should even be used as filming locations.

The production team of I Took the Male Lead's First Night responded, stating, "We are currently investigating the situation".

The drama, set to air soon, is a fantasy romance about a college student whose soul ends up in the body of a minor character in a romance novel. With an obsessive male lead, the plot promises chaos and excitement.

While fans are excited to see Seohyun and Taecyeon in this unique story, the controversy surrounding the filming location has sparked heated discussions online, with many calling for stricter rules to protect cultural heritage sites.

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Get ready for some major comebacks in 2025! Boy groups MONSTA X, EXO, and BTS, along with popular actors Lee Do Hyun and Song Kang, are all set to return to their fans after completing their mandatory military service.

As the new year begins, fans are eagerly looking forward to the discharge dates of these beloved male idols and actors, and we’ve got the scoop on when they’ll be back.

First up, MONSTA X’s Joohoney will be the first to return in 2025! After enlisting in July 2023, he will be discharged on January 23. Joohoney shared his excitement on the fan cafe, saying, “I’ll come back in good health. Let’s make today better than yesterday. Don’t forget the memories we made together.”

After Joohoney, MONSTA X’s Kihyun will be discharged on February 21, following his enlistment in August 2023. Then, Hyungwon will return on May 13 after his enlistment in November 2023. While I.M will still be serving, this marks the end of the group’s military break for now.

For EXO, Kai is also about to reunite with his fans! After starting his alternative service in May 2023, Kai will be released on February 10, followed by Sehun, who enlisted in December 2023 and will be discharged on September 20. EXO will soon be back as a full group after their hiatus!

As for BTS, the entire group is gearing up for their big return! With V, RM, Jungkook, and Jimin all enlisted, BTS will be reuniting in 2025. RM and V will be discharged on June 10, while Jimin and Jungkook will return on June 11. Suga, who started his social service in September 2023, will also be discharged on June 21. Fans can look forward to BTS returning as a complete group!

In the world of actors, Lee Do Hyun will complete his service in the Air Force Military Band and return on May 13. He’s also in a public relationship with actress Lim Ji Yeon. Meanwhile, Song Kang, known for his hit role in Sweet Home, will wrap up his Army service on October 1.

2025 is shaping up to be a year full of exciting comebacks and reunions for K-pop fans and drama lovers alike!

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